1. style and fashion
2. beauty
3. face and body care
4. nail care

plan and
create nail
art designs
N9
This unit is about planning
and creating individual nail
art designs to suit the client
and occasion. It covers
consulting with the client,
recognising any contraindications, preparing for
the service and creating a
nail art design using a range
of nail art products. The
nail art designs and
techniques covered by this
unit include 3D, embedding,
colour blending, marbling,
painting and alternative tip
shapes.
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Unit N9 (City & Guilds Unit 045)
Plan and create nail art designs
Optional
Nail art design
Evidence requirements
This unit has four
outcomes. As they
are linked, you can
be observed by your
assessor for all four
at the same time.
Outcome 1
Maintain safe and
effective methods
of working when
providing nail art
designs
Outcome 2
Consult, plan and
prepare for the nail
art design
Outcome 3
Apply nail art design
Outcome 4
Provide aftercare
advice
To achieve this unit you must practically
demonstrate in your everyday work that you
have met the standards for planning, designing
and providing nail art to clients.
The standards cover things that you must do
(performance criteria), things that you must
cover (range) and things that you must know.
What you must do
Your assessor will observe you on at least three
separate occasions, one of which must use liquid
and coloured powders or coloured UV gels, using
a minimum of three colours. You must carry out
correctly all the things listed under ‘What you
must do’ on the sign-off sheets that follow.
All the observations must be with real clients in a
salon setting – simulation is not allowed for any
performance evidence within this unit.
Most evidence of your performance will be
gathered from observations made by your
assessor, but you may be required to produce
other evidence to support your performance if
you assessor has not been present.
When carrying out your work, all related health,
safety and hygiene practices must be followed at
all times.
“
When creating your designs,
try to keep them simple, quick
and effective. Complicated
designs that take too long
to complete will not be
commercially viable.
Marian Newman
3
4
Level 3 NVQ/SVQ Nails
What you must cover
You will see key words in bold on the ‘What you
must do’ list. For each of these, there is a range of
things that you must cover. You must show that
you have:
Used all nail art
designs:
3D
Embedding
Alternative tip shapes
Used all of
the following
consultation
techniques:
Questioning
Visual
Manual
Reference to client
records
Dealt with at least
one of the following
necessary actions :
Encouraging the client
to seek medical advice
Explaining why the
service cannot be
carried out
Modifying the service
*
However, you must
*prove
to your assessor
that you are able to
deal with the other
two.
Used all nail art
techniques:
Colour blending
Marbelling
Painting
Given all types of
advice:
Suitable aftercare
products and their use
Avoidance of activities
which may cause
contra-actions
Recommended time
intervals in between
nail services
Used five of the eight
nail art products :
Shells
Lace
Flowers
Glitters
Jewels
Decals
Liquid and coloured
powders
Coloured UV gels
*
However, you must
*prove
to your assessor
that you are able to use
the other three.
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Unit N9 (City & Guilds Unit 045)
Plan and create nail art designs
Optional (continued)
What you must know
You will be assessed on your knowledge of the
following:
Organisational and legal requirements
How to work safely and effectively when
providing nail art services
Consult, plan and prepare for the nail art service
with clients
Contra-indications and contra-actions
Nail art services
Aftercare advice for clients
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This will be completed through written and oral
questioning by your assessor, or by an online
GOLA test. For details of what you must know,
see pages 15–18.
“
Always have a selection of
designs ready for your clients
to choose from when planning
the service.
Anita Crosland
Nail art design
Useful words
Some terms that you will come across in this unit
are explained below.
3D Three dimensional (3D) means that a
structure has depth, width and height.
Airbrushing A nail art technique. A brush is
attached to a compressor by a hose and held in
the hand. Air is mixed with paint before being
forced out to create a coloured spray.
Colour blending Mixing two or more colours
or products together to create a multi-coloured
design.
Colour fade An airbrushing technique, where
an area of colour goes from dark to light and
vice versa.
Consumables An item which cannot be reused,
eg a cotton bud.
Cut out Removing part of a tip, to change the
original shape, to elaborate a design plan.
Embedding A nail art technique where threedimensional designs are created by embedding
decorative items.
Intermediate colour One primary colour
mixed with one secondary colour equals an
intermediate colour.
Palette A board on which the artist dispenses
and mixes colours.
Stencil A plastic sheet that has had pieces cut
out of it, so paint can penetrate through to leave
a pattern when airbrushing.
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Observation sign-off sheet
Unit N9 Plan and create nail art designs
What you must do
6
Level 3 NVQ/SVQ Nails
Within your work,
you must show
your assessor that
you can do the
following. Your
assessor will observe
your performance
on at least three
separate occasions.
Your assessor will
want to see you
have applied, one
liquid and coloured
powders or UV gels
that uses a minimum
of three colours.
Hints and tips
There are no
standard time
limits set for
planning, designing
and providing
nail art services.
However, the time
factor will need to
be built into the cost
of the service.
Each time you
achieve all the points
listed below within a
single client service,
your assessor will
tick the circle and
enter the date.
Outcome 1
Maintain safe and effective methods of
working when providing nail art designs by:
aPreparing the work area and environment
to meet legal, hygiene and industry Code of
Practice for Nail Services requirements
bEnsuring your personal appearance meets
accepted industry Code of Practice for Nail
Services and organisational requirements
cWearing suitable personal protective
equipment for the service that conforms to
the industry Code of Practice for Nail Services
dEnsuring all tools and equipments are cleaned
using the correct methods
eEffectively disinfecting your hands prior to nail
art services
fSelecting and correctly positioning suitable
equipment, materials and products for the
nail art services
gEnsuring your own posture and position
minimises fatigue and the risk of injury whilst
working
hEnsuring the client is in a comfortable and
relaxed position that permits access and
minimises the risk of injury to you and the
client
iUsing chemicals in a safe manner without risk
of overexposure to self and clients
jTaking appropriate and prompt remedial
action where contra-actions occur during the
course of the nail art service
kDisposing of waste correctly to meet local
authority requirements and the industry Code
of Practice for Nail Services
*
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lEnsuring that the nail art service is cost
effective and is carried out within a
commercially viable time
mleaving the work area and equipment in a
condition suitable for further nail services
nEnsuring the client’s records are up-to-date,
accurate, easy to read and signed by the client
and technician
Observation
Achieved
Date
Candidate signature
1
2
Nail art design
3
Assessor signature
IV signature
(if sampled)
*
Covered by observation
Covered by oral questioning
Date
Date
Continues on next page
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Hints and tips
simple and
Embedding can tbestill stylish.
understated, bu
A good nail artist
spends endless
hours practising
and constantly
developing their
techniques.
Practice makes
perfect!
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Observation sign-off sheet
Unit N9 Plan and create nail art designs
What you must do (continued)
Level 3 NVQ/SVQ Nails
Outcome 2
Consult, plan and prepare for the nail art
design by:
aUsing consultation techniques in a polite
and friendly manner to record the design plan
bObtaining signed, written informed consent
from the client prior to carrying out the
service
cEnsuring that informed and signed parental or
guardian consent is obtained for minors prior
to any service
dEnsuring that a parent or guardian is present
throughout the service for minors under the
age of 16
eAsking your client appropriate questions to
identify if they have any contra-indications to
nail services
fTaking the necessary action in response to
any identified contra-indications
gAccurately recording your client’s responses
to questioning
hEncouraging clients to ask questions to clarify
any points
iEnsuring client advice is given without
reference to a specific medical condition
and without causing undue alarm and
concern
jEffectively disinfecting the area to be treated
kEffectively removing any existing nail polish
or nail enhancements to restore the nails to a
natural condition, if required
lAccurately identifying the condition of the
nails and skin
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Hints and tips
A small artist’s
palette is an
essential item
in your kit for a
convenient way
of mixing items,
paints and glitters
together.
****
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mIdentifying any corrective work to suit the
client’s natural nail shape and condition
nExplaining your assessment of the client’s nail
and skin condition and any limitations to the
nail art design
oRecommending nail art designs and
techniques to suit the client’s nail shape and
condition
pAgreeing the service and outcomes that
are acceptable to your client and meet their
needs
Observation
Achieved
Date
Candidate signature
1
2
Nail art design
3
Assessor signature
IV signature
(if sampled)
Covered by observation
* Covered
by oral questioning
Covered by observation
**
Covered by oral questioning
Covered by observation
***
Covered by oral questioning
Covered by observation
****
Covered by oral questioning
Date
Date
Date
Date
Date
Date
Date
Date
Continues on next page
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Hints and tips
By mixing the
primary colours
(red, yellow, blue)
and black and
white, you can
make many, many
different colours.
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Observation sign-off sheet
Unit N9 Plan and create nail art designs
What you must do (continued)
Level 3 NVQ/SVQ Nails
Outcome 3
Apply nail art design by:
aEnsuring the nail is left clean, free of debris
and the cuticle is left neat and undamaged
prior to starting nail art work
bUsing nail art products according to
manufacturers’ instructions
cUsing suitable tools for the agreed nail art
designs and techniques
dApplying the required nail art base relevant to
the client’s needs
eApplying nail art techniques and products
accurately and in the correct sequence to
achieve the required design
fEffectively sealing the nail art design, leaving
the cuticle and side walls free from any
product
gEnsuring the finished nail art design is to the
client’s satisfaction and meets the agreed
design plan
Observation
Achieved
Date
Candidate signature
1
2
3
Assessor signature
IV signature
(if sampled)
Continues on next page
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Outcome 4
Provide aftercare advice by:
aGiving advice and recommendations
accurately and constructively
bGiving your clients’ suitable advice specific to
their individual needs
Nail art design
Observation
Achieved
Date
Candidate signature
1
2
3
Assessor signature
IV signature
(if sampled)
“
Ensure that clients are
re-booked for maintenance
treatments every two to
three weeks to keep their
nail enhancements in
tip-top condition.
Bev Braisdell
Hints and tips
Gather resources
for your nail art
from a variety
of sources,
including hobby
and craft shops,
haberdashery
stores, art suppliers.
Also look at what
free supplies are
around you – dried
flowers, leaves etc.
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Observation sign-off sheet
Unit N9 Plan and create nail art designs
What you must cover
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Level 3 NVQ/SVQ Nails
Before ticking the circles below, you must make sure that you have
achieved ‘What you must cover’ in all the outcomes in which it occurs.
Consultation
techniques
Tick the consultation techniques used for each observation.
You must use all types of consultation techniques.
1
2
3
Questioning
Visual
Manual
Reference to client
records
Necessary action
Tick the necessary action taken if it occurs during an observation.
You must deal with at least one of the necessary actions, but you must
prove to your assessor that you are able to deal with the other two.
1
2
3
Encouraging the client
to seek medical advice
Explaining why the
service cannot be
carried out
Modifying the service
Nail art designs
Tick the nail art applied for each observation.
You must use all nail art designs.
1
2
3
3D
Embedding
Alternative tip shapes
Nail art techniques
Tick the nail techniques used for each observation.
You must use all nail art techniques.
1
2
3
Colour blending
Marbelling
Painting
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Nail art design
Nail art products
Tick the nail art products used for each observation.
You must use five of the eight nail art products, but you must prove to
your assessor that you are able to work with the other three.
1
2
3
Shells
Lace
Flowers
Glitters
Jewels
Decals
Liquid and coloured
powders
Coloured UV gels
Aftercare advice
Tick the aftercare advice provided in each observation.
You must provide all types of aftercare advice.
1
2
3
1
2
3
Suitable aftercare
products and their use
Avoidance of activities
which may cause
contra-actions
Recommended time
intervals in between
nail services
Observation
Achieved
Date
Candidate signature
Assessor signature
IV signature
(if sampled)
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Comment form
Unit N9
Level 3 NVQ/SVQ Nails
This form can be used to record oral questioning,
or for assessor/candidate comments, if required.
Comments
1
Date
2
3
“
”
Embedding extras such as
glitter, crushed shells or dried
flowers is an excellent addon service that will bring in
extra revenue.
Bev Braisdell
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Knowledge sign-off sheet
Unit N9 Plan and create nail art designs
What you must know
Nail art design
You need to understand:
Evidence Date
type
Portfolio ref
Organisational and legal requirements
1your responsibilities under relevant E3
health & safety legislation and the
industry Code of Practice for Nail
Services
2the importance of not discriminating E3
against clients with illnesses and
disabilities and why (eg Disability
Discrimination Act)
3why it is important, when treating E3
minors under 16 years of age, to have a
parent or guardian present
4why minors should not be given E3
services without informed and signed
parental or guardian consent
5the legal significance of gaining signed, E3
informed client consent to treatment
6the importance and reasons for keeping E3
records of clients, their services and
gaining client signatures
7the importance of the correct storage E3
of client records in relation to the Data
Protection Act
8the possible risks to yourself of E3
ineffective positioning of clients and
how to avoid potential discomfort and
injury to yourself
9why it is important to maintain E3
standards of hygiene and the principles
for avoiding cross-infection
10how to minimise and dispose of waste E3
from nail art services
11your salon services times and the E3
importance of completing nail art
services in a commercially viable time
12the salon pricing structures for nail art E3
services
You will be assessed
on your knowledge
and understanding
of all the following
points. This will be
completed by your
assessor, either
through oral or
written questions
(evidence type E3).
This could be a GOLA
test.
Some areas appear
in more than one
unit (shaded in
darker blue). These are covered
in a cross-unit
knowledge test. You only need to be
tested on these once.
Once you have
been assessed on
each point, you
can fill in the date
and reference any
written evidence
that you’ve put in
your portfolio.
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Knowledge sign-off sheet
Unit N9 Plan and create nail art designs
What you must know (continued)
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Level 3 NVQ/SVQ Nails
You need to understand:
Hints and tips
Store tiny items
in re-sealable bags
or small pots to
avoid spillages.
Evidence Date
type
Portfolio ref
How to work safely and effectively
when providing nail art services
13the type of personal protective E3
equipment that should be available and
used by yourself
14why it is important to use personal E3
protective equipment
15what is contact dermatitis and how to E3
avoid developing it when carrying out
nail art design, maintenance and
removal
16how to prepare, use and maintain tools, E3
equipment and materials for the nail art
service
17methods of disinfecting and sterilising E3
tools and equipment
18the importance of, and reasons for, E3
disinfecting hands and how to do this
effectively
19the necessary environmental E3
conditions for nail art services
(including lighting, heating, ventilation
and general comfort) and why these are
important
20how to effectively and safely position E3
tools and materials for nail art designs
21the condition in which the work area E3
should be left and why this is important
Consult, plan and prepare for the nail
art service with clients
22how to use effective consultation E3
techniques when communicating with
clients from different cultural and
religious backgrounds, age, disabilities
and gender for this treatment
23how to give effective advice and E3
recommendations to clients
24the questioning and listening skills you E3
need in order to find out information
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You need to understand:
Evidence Date
type
Portfolio ref
25how to conduct a nail and skin analysis E3
26the importance of explaining the E3
limitations of nail art designs due to the
shape and condition of clients’ nails
27why it is important to record client E3
responses to questioning
28why it is important to encourage and E3
allow time for clients to ask questions
29how to prepare nail art design plans
E3
Contra-indications and contra-actions
30the types of conditions and disorders E3
that may contra-indicate the service
and why (eg fungal, bacterial, viral and
parasitic infections to the skin and nails,
severely damaged nails, severe eczema,
psoriasis and dermatitis)
31the types of conditions and disorders E3
that may restrict the service and why
(eg minor eczema, psoriasis and
dermatitis, severely bitten or damaged
nails, unknown swelling and redness)
32the importance of questioning clients to E3
establish any contra-indications to nail
art service
33the importance of, and reasons for, not E3
naming specific contra-indications
when encouraging the client to seek
medical advice
34the contra-actions which may occur E3
during and after nail art services and
how to deal with them (allergic
reactions, premature loss of nail art
design, damage to the nail art design)
Nail art services
35the importance of understanding E3
colour theory
36the different types of techniques used E3
within nail art services and how to carry
them out
37the different types of designs available E3
to clients
38how to select, blend and mix products E3
and colours
39how current fashion trends can impact E3
on nail art designs
40how to select, adapt and create nail art E3
designs to suit different occasions
Nail art design
Hints and tips
Make a template
by drawing around
a penny, giving
you a half circle,
to practise perfect
‘smile’ lines.
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Knowledge sign-off sheet
Unit N9 Plan and create nail art designs
What you must know (continued)
Level 3 NVQ/SVQ Nails
Hints and tips
Have a display
of your nail art
designs for all your
clients to see.
You need to understand:
Evidence Date
type
41how to adapt nail art designs and techniques to make them commercial
42the different types of nail art products and tools and how to use them
43the importance of creating a design portfolio to promote nail art designs
Aftercare advice for clients
44aftercare, maintenance and removal requirements for specific nail art
designs and why these are important
45recommended intervals between nail art services
46the contra-actions that could occur after nail services and what advice to
give to clients
47suitable home care products and how to apply them
48how to deal with accidental damage
Tick if E3 was a GOLA test
Date
E3
Portfolio ref
E3
E3
E3
E3
E3
E3
E3
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Supplementary notes
Unit N9
Nail art design
Your assessor may use this space for any additional
comments they may have about your work.
Comment
Date
Unit sign-off
This section must be signed when the unit is complete.
We confirm that this evidence is authentic and the
assessments were conducted under specified conditions
and that all the performance criteria, range and essential
knowledge requirements have been met for this unit.
Candidate signature Date
Assessor signature Date
IV signature (if sampled) Date
EV signature (if sampled) Date
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